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Unusual Gourmand
by Zara
Unusual Gourmand by Zara presents a sweet, fruity pear scent with a distinct salty musk note, creating a soft, gourmand profile that feels youthful and simple. It evokes sugared candies and fresh pear, with a crisp, clean backbone that gives it a modern edge. The scent opens with vivid candied pear and salt, followed by a subtle musk and floral undertone, but its presence is brief, lasting only moderately throughout the day. While some appreciate its delicate sweetness and find it reminiscent of Ariana Grande's God is a Woman, others note a shift into a musky, sticky drydown or find the scent overly sweet and surprisingly short-lived on their skin. The perfume performs best in spring and summer, particularly during daytime hours, and has a moderate sillage, making it ideal for personal or intimate wear.
Pros
- +Simple, youthful gourmand appeal that suits warm weather and daytime wear
- +Affordable and accessible on a budget
- +Unique salty musk component adds a discreet depth without animalic or overwhelming heaviness
Cons
- −Extremely short longevity, lasting only an hour or two
- −Can shift into a musky or sticky drydown on some skin types
- −Not universally appealing; some find it overly sweet or unbalanced, making it a risky blind purchase